Using the USGI Compass - Part 1


An overview of the USGI compass types, the construction and parts, how to use each feature, and demonstrations of how to travel, sight and read and lock in azimuths. When done watching this, immediately jump to part 2 for the full explanation.


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USGI Poncho Shelter


Several viewers have asked how I use my USGI poncho as an emergency shelter. There are actually several different way you can do this, but this is probably my preferred method.


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Improving Your Shooting #8. USGI Sling on Garand


TSRA 2007 Garand and Vintage Rifle champion, 2011 National Vintage Rifle Champion demonstrates using a web sling on a CMP M1 Garand. Notice the trigger work while shooting. Finger relaxes off the trigger just enough to reset. USGI web slings legal for CMP matches with any rifle, including foreign military. www.blackforkblog.blogspot.com PLEASE CLICK ON AN AD AND SUPPORT THIS VIDEO!


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BRIKbushcraft Review: USGI Canteen Kit


A canteen kit is a great choice for minimalists, backpackers, and bushcrafters alike. The basic canteen cup includes a stainless steel cup with butterfly handles, one canteen cup stove to fit on cup, one plastic or nalgene kidney canteen, and one MOLLE canteen case. The normal canteen holds 1qt, and the canteen cup holds 3 cups. The stove can be used with wood, tablet fuels like trioxane, esbit, wetfire, hexamine, or green heat gel. A military issue canteen case will most likely have malice clips and/or MOLLE webbing, which can also be used as belt loops. You can get all of these for around 35$ at any military surplus or depot.


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Using the USGI Compass - Part 2


An overview of the USGI compass types, the construction and parts, how to use each feature, and demonstrations of how to travel, sight and read and lock in azimuths. Be sure to watch part 1 first, or this won't make any sense.


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USGI MSS MODULAR SLEEP SYSTEM part one


This is the US Militarys Modular Sleep System, When combined all together its rated to -30f while wearing a base layer, hat and socks!


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USGI MOLLE II Large Assault Pack Review Part One of Three


This is a three part review of the "three day assault pack" by Specialty Defense Systems. I've received no consideration for this review other than a good pack which I bought myself. This pack is part of a 3 part Rifleman system issued to the American armed forces.


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Improvised USGI Poncho Hammock


Here is a quick Video where I utilize usgi poncho to fabricate a makeshift hammock..It needs some tweaking But seems like it wil definitely work, Just another testimony to the tremendous versatility of the USGI Poncho..one of my favorite pieces of Kit.


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USGI MOLLE II Fighting Load Carrier Vest Quickie Review


This vest has webbing down the entire front, sides, and back to attach MOLLE pouches in a variety of configurations. Eventhough it's designed for military use it works quite well for packing around smaller amounts of easily accessible hiking, camping, fishing and hunting gear. It's made by Specialty Defense systems.


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Woodman's Pal and USGI WWII LC14-B Overview


Detailed over view of the Woodman's Pal and WWII-issue LC14-B tools. WWII model was made in 1942 and is shown w/ vintage pamphlets and survival supplies.


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Underwood M1 Carbine USGI 1943 chambered in .30 Carbine


Another classic US WWII rifle. The M1 carbine was intended to be "light rifle" fitting between the full sized M1 Garand and smaller sub machine guns or pistols like the M3 or 1911. CMP Rack Grade Underwood carbine, features a milled adjustable rear sight, earlier pattern operating slide, flat bolt, late production T4 barrel band, standard configuration M1 carbine stock with "low wood" with a stamped/brazed trigger housing. The barrel is an original Underwood and the magazine is a IS (International Silver) 15 round USGI. Underwood-Elliot-Fisher was based in Hartford, Connecticut and was a well known manufacturer of typewriters and other office equipment. One of the 10 main firms pressed into service on building M1 carbines for the war effort. Underwood made around 546616 M1 Carbines representing 8.9 % of the total production.


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Cutting Tools: USGI Machete, MKII Golok, Woodman's Pal


Review of my three favorite and most used larger cutting tools for use in the hardwood forests and tropics. www.ozarkmountainpreparedness.com


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USGI MOLLE II Large Assault Pack Review Part Two of Three


This is a three part review of the "three day assault pack" by Specialty Defense Systems. I've received no consideration for this review other than a good pack which I bought myself. This pack is part of a 3 part Rifleman system issued to the American armed forces.


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Bushcraft bedroll using USGI poncho and liner


Forget that wool blanket and add versatility to your bedroll by utilizing the USGI poncho and liner as a cowboy bedroll for your next bushcraft trip. At 3 lbs the poncho and liner provide similar warmth protection as a wool blanket with less weight and bulk. Plus they add the versatility of having a poncho, tarp shelter, and ground cloth to your kit.


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Tactical Vest USGI 2 for $20.00 Shipped CJL ENTERPRIZE


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USGI MOLLE II Large Assault Pack Review Part Three of Three


This is a three part review of the "three day assault pack" by Specialty Defense Systems. I've received no consideration for this review other than a good pack which I bought myself. This pack is part of a 3 part Rifleman system issued to the American armed forces.


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USGI PONCHO SHELTER TEST


I WAS BORED SO I WANTED TO SEE IF I COULD MAKE A SHELTER OUT OF A USGI PONCHO


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National Postal Meter M1 Carbine USGI 1944 chambered in .30 Carbine


Another classic US WWII rifle. The M1 carbine was intended to be "light rifle" fitting between the full sized M1 Garand and smaller sub machine guns or pistols like the M3 or 1911. Rack grade CMP NPM M1 Carbine with original IBM barrel and potbelly M2 stock, updated T4 barrel band, late (updated) operating slide, stamped / brazed trigger housing, updated rotary safety with M marked magazine catch, flat bolt. Stamped adjustable rear sight and IU (Underwood) 15 rd magazine. National Postal Meter was based in Rochester, New York and was one of the 10 major contractors building M1 Carbines during World War II. They were known for postal scales and metered mail machines, and built aproximately 6.8 % of all the M1 carbines produced. This rifle features the original IBM barrel, which was another well known manufacturer of office equipment who later branched into computers. More info to come


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USGI MSS Modular Sleep System Review


Quick review of the US Government Issue Modular Sleep System


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Field Test in the Rain of the USGI MSS Gore-Tex Bivy Bag


I was in a good rain for almost 15 minutes and stayed bone dry. Next test, I will have someone hose me down for a while.


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usgi poncho and liner sleeping bag setup


The USGI rain poncho is one of the most versatile pieces of gear out there. Combined with the poncho liner you have numerous shelter and sleeping bag setups. In this video I show you how the two come together to make a field expedient sleeping bag that the military rates comfortable down to 50 degrees. I've personally tested this system down to 40 degrees and also during the extreme weather of Hurricane Irene in the Adirondacks. This is an absolutely amazing sleep system for ultralite backpacking, bushcraft, survival camping and more!


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ARMY ISSUE ACU UNBOXING | USGI |


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Compass Overview - Suunto, Silva, Brunton and USGI Lensatic Cammenga Compasses


In this video I go over baseplate, prismatic, mirror and lensatic sighting compasses from Suunto, Brunton, Silva and Cammenga: Suunto M-3DL Suunto MC-2G Silver Ranger (US Brand, not Swedish) Brunton 54LU (Silva 54 Expedition) Cammenga USGI Lensatic All of these compasses have plusses and minuses. The baseplate versions are simplest and lightest with good enough accuracy for just about anything I've ever needed a compass to do. The prismatic sighting compass is a neat design that can give more accuracy but lacks declination adjustment. The mirror compasses are more feature packed with things like inclinometers. The Cammenga lensastic is USGI milspec. It is accurate, but heavy and lacks features such as declination and a built in protractor. Yet, it is very rugged. I like and use all the compasses except the Silva Ranger. The Silva Ranger sold in the US and Canada is not made by Silva of Sweden any longer, but another company. Don't waste your money on the US marketed Silva Ranger or any other US marketed Silva products. They are all junk. I demonstrate why in this video. I rate the Suunto MC-2G with the global needle as the best liquid filled compass I've used. The Cammenga is the best lensatic type compass I've used.


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Baking Muffins in a USGI Canteen Cup


A new technique I came up with to effectively bake in a USGI canteen cup. By using 1/4" hardware cloth as a raised baking shelf, I use foil cupcake tins to bake two muffins at one time with only 1 oz. of alcohol fuel.


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AR-15 Mag Drop test (PMag and USGI Mag)


this video is demonstrating a simple drop test to show whether the talk about PMags ejecting rounds if dropped on the ground are true or not and if so, how much of a problem it is.


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Staying warm and dry, USGI MSS inside my Hennessy while the cold rain falls


The USGI MSS was so warm I had to unzip it. This is one warm and dry setup. I didn't use the Gore-Tex Bivy and even though the outside of the bag was damp, I stayed warm and dry.


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Storm The Wire: USGI Canteen Cooking System (S01E03)


This gear edition of Storm The Wire Video covers the USGI Canteen Cooking System that you can use to cook just about anything you would need to cook in the field, no need for a complicated pot system if you're only cooking for one person. Use the correct firelighting kit for the job, learn from your mistakes. Don't record first thing in the morning, don't put anything hot on a plastic table! Use two hexamine tablets at a time to bring water to a roaring boil. Also covers the Contigo Extreme Travel mug. Mentions the British issue Crusader Integral Survival Unit you can buy from bcbsurvivalusa.com. Complete Uncut stormthewire.blip.tv


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SHTF Ammunition Storage USGI .50 Cal Ammo Cans


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Springfield 1911 USGI-45 - Function/repair check


Finally had the chance to function check the Springfield from hell. Pistol had massive failure to feed issues since it was new. I finally sent it back to Springfield for them to repair it. They replaced the barrel, barrel bushing, and extractor. Plus they polished the feed ramp. They paid all shipping (next day air) and total turn around time was one week. Pistol performed flawlessly for the 250 rounds I fired through it.


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Magpul Maglevel Window Magazine Test


This is a test of the Magpul Maglevel Magazine which features a window and a marker on a single magazine coil to give a representation of how many rounds are left in the magazine.


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ACR USGI Mags


After some questions on AR15.com about how the ACR runs with USGI mags I wanted to do a video showing that it runs just fine with them. The first mag was an old one with a new Magpul follower and spring, the second was a Kay green follower mag and the camera messed up before I ran the third mag, that one was a Colt 30 rd black follower mag all mags ran with out malfunction.


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USGI AR 15 M16 Muzzle Cover


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USGI Military Trigger Finger Mittens review


Military surplus mittens that do a bang up job of keeping your paws warm. Just realize you can't pick up pennies when you have em on... or shoot... or grab stuff... or really do anything that you need your hands for.


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USGI Poncho Shelter


Just a quick set-up of the USGI Poncho Shelter. Still need a bedroll but I think my system will be ready for overnight testing fairly soon, when I implement my dry run of a Bug Out Scenario.


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Medium Alice Pack, Back Pack USGI Issue www.CJLENTERPRIZE.com


We have medium ALICE PACK, BACK PACKS for sale for $15.00 shipped. Free shipping anywhere in the USAUSGOV ISSUE. Check them out at www.CJLENTERPRIZE.com


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US Military "Old School" 3 Layer USGI ICW Sleeping Bag System


this is a follow up vid to my 1st ever youtube upload, still kickin ass 5 years later!!!


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USGI Trigger. Is it Good Enough?


In my previous couple of video's where I talk about the effectiveness of a stock USGI trigger in a AR / M4 type of rifle, I have been asked a lot of questions or received a lot of comments, that I only shot up close for speed. The next question or comment is, "well at longer distances a red dot and a USGI trigger isn't effective, what then? Well, as with my original opinion, is that a shooter is much better served learning good fundamentals and being able to apply them correctly using a stock or USGI type of trigger. As a shooters skills progress then they might look into other things such as match type of triggers. But in reality they are not necessary if you have a good grasp of the basic fundamentals of marksmanship. This video utilizes a 16" M4 type rifle with a stock USGI trigger and an EoTech red dot optic. Range varies from as close as 220 yards out to 450 yards and fairly rapid speeds. It isn't the hardware, its the software. If the software isn't up to speed, its time to upgrade it.


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